Senior Accountant

Role: Senior Accountant
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Tonbridge
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 + Qualifications (ACCA) + Benefits
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-17:00pm (one hour unpaid lunch break)

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing client assignments, preparing accounts and tax returns, and building strong client relationships whilst supporting the wider practice team.

An established and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its expanding team. This opportunity offers exposure to a diverse client portfolio and would suit a motivated individual looking to progress within a modern and supportive professional environment.

Key Duties:
- Preparing corporation tax computations and submitting corporation tax returns.
- Assisting with personal tax and partnership tax return preparation.
- Preparing statutory accounts across a variety of industries.
- Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as a key point of contact for day-to-day accounting queries.
- Supporting clients with Making Tax Digital requirements, including digital record-keeping and quarterly submissions.
- Reviewing and preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping records, and CIS submissions where required.
- Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients, ensuring a high level of service is delivered.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- Several years of experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
- ACCA or ACA studies in progress, a completed qualification, or significant relevant experience gained in practice.
- Strong experience preparing accounts for a broad range of business entities.
- Knowledge of corporation tax, personal tax, VAT, and bookkeeping processes.
- Experience working with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar platforms.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build long-term client relationships.
- The confidence to work independently whilst contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

Benefits:
- Ongoing support with professional development (ACCA) and career progression.
- Additional annual leave opportunities
- Company social events
- Supportive and inclusive working culture.
- Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious professional practice.

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